Two masked men have stolen a bill-payment machine from a market in Hamad Town, Bahrain.
The Sadad machine was one of several located around the country where people can pay money to companies and government bodies to settle electr

Asthmatics and people suffering from dust allergies were rushing out to buy protective clothing and equipment yesterday (April 2) as Wednesday night's sandstorm persisted into the day.
Pharmacies across Bahrain told the Gu

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Health has advised Haj pilgrims to wear face masks in the holy cities to protect themselves from the deadly MERS virus, said a report.
"Pilgrims should wear protective masks that cover the nos

Health officials in Saudi Arabia have asked pilgrims visiting its holy sites to wear masks in crowded places to stop the spread of the MERS (Middle East respiratory syndrome) coronavirus.
A list of requirements issued by the healt

Viroblock, a Swiss start-up, has developed a novel face-mask containing technology that effectively traps and kills H1N1 flu and human corona viruses that pass through air, a statement said.
Aimed at helping protect people from th